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Recipe: Gluten-free banana muffins (or bread), with a dairy-free option
Made with gluten-free flour, this recipe requires no milk. The original version calls for a stick of butter, but it can be made completely dairy-free with a simple substitution.
Free crochet pattern: Granny square cocoon cardigan
One of the great things about the Granny square cocoon cardigan is that it can be made in just three simple steps by anyone who has mastered basic crochet skills: chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet and double crochet.
Crochet gifts: Dragon gloves
When your friend’s birthday falls on the feast day of St. George (April 23), and she’s a big “Game of Thrones” fan, Ashlea Konecny’s Dragon Tears Fingerless Gloves make a very appropriate gift.
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Crochet gifts: Viking hat
My stepson is very into his Danish ancestry, so when I saw the crochet pattern Lael Viking Helmet by Mamachee on Ravelry I knew I had to make it for him.
Paid crochet pattern: Cap-sleeved long cardigan
This long cardigan has a vertical texture that is slimming, and looks great worn over a long-sleeved top and skinny jeans.
Free crochet pattern: One “mandala” cake triangle scarf
You need only a single Lion Brand Mandala cake to create this triangle scarf using elementary crochet stitches.
Stash-busting project: Pocket Full of Posies Vest
This is a great stash-busting project – especially if you have the equivalent of one Caron Cake.
Free crochet pattern: The easiest poncho you’ll ever make
This lightweight poncho has a streamlined silhouette and a lovely subtle texture. And, you can crochet it quickly and easily from just two Caron Cakes using only elementary crochet stitches!
Free crochet pattern: One “tea cake” infinity scarf
This scarf is perfect for a crochet beginner, or a more experienced crocheter who wants to work on a mindless project while binge-watching their favorite show.
Misplaced yarn and an $800 vet bill: a cautionary tale
I knew something was very wrong when I found our cat, Lola, lying glassy-eyed and barely moving on the cold tile of the bathroom floor.
Recipe: Candied nuts
Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, these candied nuts not only satisfy many holiday dessert cravings – they also make great gifts!
Organizing my yarn stash
This weekend I took a little break from crocheting because I desperately needed to organize my craft supplies. Of course, this necessity was triggered by my ever-growing yarn stash.
